Why Heat-Timer’s Electronic Tempering Valve and Electronic Tempering Station Make Domestic Hot Water Control So Easy
While most mechanical contractors have heard of Heat-Timer® in discussions of boiler control and reducing energy costs, some have still not heard of Heat-Timer’s industry leading solution to domestic hot water. Heat Timer’s Electronic Tempering Valve (ETV) represents an industry leading solution to safe, effective, and economical domestic hot water control. The (ETV) is designed to simplify the installation for mechanical contractors while delivering stable hot water to end users even during peak periods.
If you’re dealing with spiky water temperatures in dorms, hotels, or multi-family buildings and are tired of cobbling together tempering setups in the field, the Heat-Timer® electronic tempering valve and systems may be the perfect solution for you.
What Differentiates Heat-Timer’s Electronic Tempering Valve?
The 3-way mixing valve from Heat-Timer® known as the ETV, is built for performance and reliability in high-demand DHW systems. The rugged stainless-steel valve body, combined with a reliable electronic actuator, and a separate control module offers a number of industry leading features and benefits:
- Precise Temperature Control: A durable valve blends hot water with cold supply water to maintain a steady, safe outlet temperature. Using an integrated temperature sensor, the controller continuously monitors and displays the outlet temperature which is field settable to 1 degree increments.
- Prevention of Overheating & Legionella Growth: Many systems need to store water at 140°F or higher to reduce Legionella risk. However, that temperature water can’t be directly sent to the taps. The 3-way valve ensures cooler, safer water goes to users while still keeping tank temperatures high enough for water safety.
- Electronically Controlled for Accuracy: Instead of relying on basic thermostatic response, this valve is electronically actuated and monitored. That means real-time adjustments, based on actual sensor readings. No more guesswork or lag in response. No more folks getting slugs of hot water from the tap, or freezing cold morning showers.
- Commercial-Grade Durability: Designed for heavy use in multifamily buildings, hospitals, schools, and commercial facilities, this valve is built to last.
The ETS (Electronic Tempering Station) Saves Contractors Time, Money, and Headaches
For contractors, time is money—and the ETS from Heat-Timer® is all about saving both. Essentially, the ETS is a complete, factory-assembled, pre-plumbed station that includes the mixing valve, actuator, sensors, and controller. No need to piece together parts in the field. Just connect your hot and cold supplies and power it up.
The ETS can be purchased as a compact floor standing system, or a wall mounted system to save even more space in tight boiler rooms. It comes in a wide variety of standard piping sizes depending on the desired flow rate..
The Bottom Line
Whether you’re designing a new domestic hot water system or upgrading an older one, Heat Timer’s ETV is one of the smartest moves you can make. It provides accurate water temperature control, improves safety, and drastically cuts installation time. For mechanical contractors, that means faster jobs, fewer problems, and happier clients.
Contact us today to learn more about Heat-Timer’s ETV and ETS solutions or to get specs for your next job.